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Price Town, United Kingdom
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Price Town is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 2,348. Elevation: 600 ft (183 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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About Price Town
Price Town is situated 9 miles north of the County Town of Bridgend on the A4061 road in the upper reaches of the Cwm Ogwr Fawr, Wales. It was developed to provide accommodation for the rapidly increasing work force of the Wyndham and Ocean Western Collieries. Today, Price Town is regarded as part of the village Nantymoel.
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| Population | 2,348 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 600 ft (183 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.6183°, -3.5366° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.6 inches (1,768 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.0 inches (15 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $46,993 |
| Median Age | 43.3 years |
About Price Town
Price Town is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 2,348. The city sits at an elevation of 600 feet (183 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Price Town vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Price Town vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,993 |
| 37% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,993 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $904 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 214 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 61.9% |
| Public Transit | 2.5% |
| Work from Home | 22.5% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $264,598 |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,175 |
| 1% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 70.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 29.3% |
| Housing Units | 939 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 224 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 600 ft (183 m) |
| Area | 105.3 sq mi (272.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.6183°N, 3.5366°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2011 | PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND | Avalanche | 0.4 m | — | 130 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 5.6 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 5.6 in |
Price Town has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.8") and May the driest (3.0").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.0% |
| 11% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 46.3% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Total Area | 105.3 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 61.9% |
| Public Transit | 2.5% |
| Work from Home | 22.5% |
Schools in Price Town
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nantymoel Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Price Town
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celtica Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XL:UK Radio | afrobeat, asian urban hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Easy 50s | — | MP3 | |
| Dance Classics UK | 90s, dance | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Nation 60s | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Nation Love | — | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| Radio Wigwam | indie rock | MP3 |
Museums in Price Town
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdulais Falls Visitor Centre | ||||
| Afan Forest Mining museum | ||||
| Birthplace of Joseph Parry | ||||
| Cefn Coed Colliery Museum | ||||
| Cefn Junction | ||||
| Cowbridge & District Museum | ||||
| Cyfarthfa Castle Museum & Art Gallery | ||||
| Cynon Valley Museum & Gallery | ||||
| Nash Point Fog Horn | ||||
| Paul Kirner's Music Palace | ||||
| Pontypridd Museum | ||||
| Porthcawl Museum | ||||
| Rhondda Heritage Park | ||||
| South Wales Aviation Musuem | ||||
| University of South Wales Art Collection Museum |
Libraries in Price Town
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdare Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Aberkenfig Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beddau and Tynant Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cowbridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cwmafan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ferndale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glynneath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hirwaun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llantrisant Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llantwit Major Heath Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Llantwit Major Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Merthyr Tydfil Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mountain Ash Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mountain Ash Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Neath Port Talbot Library and Information Services | 0.0 | |||||
| Pontyclun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pontypridd Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Porth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Porthcawl Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pyle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Resolven Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rhoose Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seven Sisters Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| St Athan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Taibach Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tonypandy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Treharris Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Treorchy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ystradgynlais Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Price Town
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arthur Llewellyn Jenkins | |||||
| Market Hall | |||||
| Pontypridd Indoor Market | |||||
| Pontypridd Indoor Market |
Cafes in Price Town
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Price Town
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bragdy Twt Lol |
Stadiums & Teams in Price Town
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Price Town
36 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiff International Airport | CWL | Large Airport |
| MOD St Athan | — | Medium Airport |
| Royal Marines Base Chivenor | — | Medium Airport |
| Swansea Airport | SWS | Medium Airport |
| Abergavenny Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Batch End Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Brookside Farm Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Byecross Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Coetir Bach Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Curry Rivel Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Elan Valley Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Green Acres Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hardwicke Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Heywood Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kemeys Commander Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lane Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Langport Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lower-Durston Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Middlegate Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Middlezoy Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Old Park Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rhigos Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| RNAS Merryfield | — | Small Airport |
| Shobdon Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| South Wales Gliding Club | — | Small Airport |
| Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Talgarth Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Upfield Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Watchford Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Westonzoyland Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Woonton Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Price Town
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Mental Health Matters Wales |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Price Town
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Horeb English Baptist Chapel |
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What is the population of Price Town?
Price Town has a population of 2,348 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 105.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.
Is Price Town expensive to live in?
The median household income is $46,993, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $264,598 (6% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,175 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Price Town?
Price Town has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.6 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Price Town?
The unemployment rate in Price Town is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $904. There are 214 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Price Town?
The median home value in Price Town is $264,598. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,175. The homeownership rate is 70.7%.
How are the schools in Price Town?
30.0% of adults in Price Town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 46.3% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Price Town?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Price Town is 2% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.7% Asian. 97.9% of residents speak only English at home. 4.9% of the population are military veterans. 7.6% of residents have a disability.